Definition: (verb) Censure severely. Synonyms: castigate, chastise, objurgate, correct. Usage: His mother will undoubtedly chasten him for those insensitive remarks. Discuss
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overplay Definition: (verb) Exaggerate one's acting. Synonyms: ham. Usage: The audience groaned as the actor overplayed his grief, beating his chest and wailing to the heavens. Discuss
flagellate Definition: (verb) To whip or flog. Synonyms: scourge. Usage: The prisoner was flagellated for his recent escape attempt. Discuss
billow Definition: (verb) Rise up as if in waves. Synonyms: wallow. Usage: Smoke from the burning building billowed up into the sky, obscuring the sun. Discuss
champ Definition: (verb) To bite or chew upon noisily. Synonyms: chomp. Usage: When my dog gets a bone, he just sits there all night happily champing on it. Discuss
